Chapter 719 - 404: Five People Living Together?!

Longhu Qingqin No. 28, 5 bedrooms, 6 living rooms, 5 bathrooms.

Perhaps because the corner courtyard is larger, its design structure is somewhat different from No. 27, being an outer courtyard enclosed building with a courtyard-in-courtyard layout.

As you step into the first gate, you can notice it has a front yard, backyard, side yard, inner yard, and a central courtyard, all five layers meticulously planned by a landscape designer, evidently hired by the property owner.

The pool that the developer provided was transformed into a rockery and water feature, and though the flowers and plants in the courtyard weren’t in bloom, they were sprouting. The century-old crape myrtle tree planted on the east side of the courtyard was said by the agent to have a unique feng shui significance.

Li Peifeng wasn’t concerned about these things. What he liked most was the outdoor bar and gym area in the inner yard, as well as the rooftop observatory. These three spots truly made his heart flutter a bit.

The interior was still new Chinese style, according to the agent, it had won some kind of interior design award. It indeed looked more majestic, cozy, and natural compared to the set at Purple Imperial Villa.

Unlike Li Peifeng’s preferences, Zhao Qingge’s favorite was the family library on the first floor, with a seven-meter high ceiling, spanning two floors, with four walls fully lined with books. In the center were two large sofas and matching coffee tables, the vast open space was astonishing, easily making one feel like they had stepped into a museum.

The library, crafted from jade, copper, and crystal glass, under the illumination of warm-toned light strips, made the walls appear like opened golden books.

"Here you can study, work, conduct research, and even entertain... The books on the shelves aren’t just for show, they’re all real and will be sold along with the property."

As Zhao Qingge browsed through the books, she asked, "What did the original owner of the villa do? Is it convenient to talk about it?"

She was very satisfied with the interior design of this house and was curious about who the owner possessing so many books could be.

According to the introduction by the young agent, everyone learned that No. 28 was originally a model house decorated by the developer themselves. The first owner was in the finance industry, buying this villa as an investment rather than for living. He merely took a look after buying and never moved in. He didn’t alter any of the greenery inside, only arranged for periodic sweeping and maintenance by the property management.

"This house’s interior and exterior designs were made by two different groups; the exterior was designed by several professors from Qinghua University’s School of Architecture, while the interior was done by a studio of Chinese-Canadians. The design seamlessly blends Chinese and Western styles, rooted in culture, and inspired by nature. The intention is to create a space full of layers and aesthetics, giving each space a unique soul..."

"What’s the selling price?"

"Eighty-two million, and the owner has said in advance that bargaining is not accepted. But if you are seriously interested, give me a reasonable offer, and I can discuss it with him."

The teacher and student duo, along with the young agent, discussed the price. Wu Wenyue, dragging Huo Changchang, wandered around, feeling complicated. The former asked the latter how much it would cost to renovate her place like this, and Huo Changchang said the budget would need to increase by fifty percent.

Jealousy, envy, hatred.

Wu Wenyue was too envious; she didn’t even want to renovate anymore. The ready-made mansion was bigger and better than Xu Manning’s and required no renovation – just move in with a bag and enjoy, so hassle-free!

She also wished Li Peifeng would buy her one. Why shouldn’t he?

To this, Li Peifeng explained with mutual understanding, saying it was because he was about to graduate and marry Old Zhao, so he needed to buy a marital home. Once he marries Wu Wenyue, he would buy her one too, but that would be a few months later, and for sure before marrying her...

This response slightly eased Wu Wenyue’s anger, preventing her from losing her temper in front of two outsiders.

"Wenyue, I wasn’t bold enough to ask earlier."

Huo Changchang, standing a bit away, glanced at Zhao Qingge and Li Peifeng, cautiously probing, "If I heard correctly, it’s Li Peifeng wanting to buy a house for her mentor, right?"

"Don’t ask why, just know it’s because of their profound teacher-student bond."

Wu Wenyue almost ground her molars to dust, letting out a cold snort, she walked to the corner, picked up her phone, photographed the teacher-student duo and the agent’s conversation, posted it in the group chat with three girls, and initiated a voice chat; Huang Tianxuan declined but Xu Manning accepted.

Wu Wenyue went straight to the point but was also a bit tactful.

"Do you want some fruit?"

"I’m working... Fruit? Are you going to deliver it to me?"

Miss Xu was surprised and pleased, then hesitated, "Never mind, I won’t eat, it’s too much trouble..."

"You’ll have to eat whether you want to or not."

Wu Wenyue straightforwardly said, "Li Peifeng is buying a villa for her mentor, the one next door, No. 28. They’re looking at the house right now, and unless something unexpected happens, Old Zhao will become our neighbor from now on."

Xu Manning’s first reaction was to ask, "Li Peifeng is buying it solely for her? Not from that 100 million dowry?"

"This house is outside of the dowry, but he’s also making grand promises to me, saying that once we marry, before the wedding he’ll buy each of us one as well... I posted pictures in the group."

Xu Manning was silent for a while, then asked, "What does this have to do with eating fruit?"

"Treating you to some lemon – is your mouth sour? Bitter?"

"I’m going to kill him!!!"

Who can you kill, you have no prowess, just waggle your tongue...

After a couple more words, Wu Wenyue ended the call. Then Huang Tianxuan finally popped up in the group, "Just got out of a meeting, what’s happened? What are they up to?"

Wu Wenyue briefly filled her in again and asked Huang Tianxuan, "This 34-year-old comrade is without the ethics of martial virtue, going to steal, cheat, and tempt, relying on being favored, she swindled another villa from Li Peifeng. Should we take some measures?"